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Maths: the most effective way
Just do a few additions and subtractions with 3-digit numbers to find out ‘What the monkey said when it fell over’. (APESY DAISY! in case you were wondering.)
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The easiest way to remember
What phrases are most readily remembered by children? Raps appeal to children: they are easy to remember and joining in gives a sense of unity within the group.
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Give me a title
Some children will respond to “What is a Butterphant?” with images and ideas flashing into their minds. Others may respond – “I don’t know what to write”. Frustrating.
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Be original, but follow the rules
How can we teach children to follow the rules of English, and be creative at the same time? Creativity can appear simple, but is actually rather complicated.
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What is the best way to explain difficult news?
Terrorism and extremism are not easy subjects to teach. The Manchester Arena attack will raise questions as it is in the news again while Martyn’s Law progresses through parliament.
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What’s the point of the box?
It’s often said that the successful adults of tomorrow will be adept at thinking outside of the box. Why?
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Better French at KS1?
What is the best way of using the enthusiasm and lack of inhibition that exists within most KS1 children, when teaching French?
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Multi-Sensory Spanish
What is the single most effective way of teaching Spanish in Primary? A multi-sensory approach to teaching and learning is by far the most effective there is.
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Can children improve their memories?
Children need a way of making new information move from their short- to long-term memory, by associating each new piece of information with what is already known.
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Listen mum, I speak French
Teaching French with short plays can be so beneficial. By rehearsing and performing in French, children read, speak and hear the words.
